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‘Are we being completely gaslit?’ The slow and then sudden demise of an A-League champion

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Canberra United’s A-League Women future secured as date set for Men’s team entry

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Strike action threatens new A-League season as post-World Cup glow again fades too fast | Joey Lynch

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Billionaire emerges as potential white knight to save beleaguered A-League club

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Where I was in the ground last night was where the Sydney FC away section is - so I've been there a few times before. The sight of the coppers dancing with Samoan and Tongan fans, of punters being able to mix freely and to let an atmosphere develop positively was notably

Alexi Lalas

I never looked at USL/A-League because I ended my career abruptly to take a front office opportunity. But early in my career I seriously considered offers to play indoor (MISL & NPSL). Timing is everything.

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@AlexiLalas Did you ever consider playing in the USL A League or receive offers from its teams during the final years of your career?

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Roar with the perfect start to the season, downing Perth 2-1! 😤 #ALeague #BRIvPER

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Are Melbourne City and Wellington Phoenix the teams to beat? The Far Post Pod believe so! Full Episodes out now! https://t.co/yY9OjHRKHu

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Jonathan Aspropotamitis' thumping header in the 89th minute lifts Macarthur over Perth! #ALeague #MACvPER

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‘Players are having to leave’: Sam Kerr slams A-League handling of women’s teams

Matildas captain Sam Kerr says the lack of investment in the women’s A-League is disappointing and the reason the countries’ best players continue to play overseas.

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The Socceroo stuff-up that will cost an A-League club millions

With every strong showing from Lucas Herrington at the World Cup, a costly mistake from the Brisbane Roar will get worse.

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A-League clubs slammed over taxpayer-funded $14.5m Football in Schools scheme

A damning external investigation by Grant Thornton has revealed major compliance failures, unverified attendance figures, and unjustified expenses within the Western Sydney Wanderers and Macarthur Bulls.

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Control of A-League club stripped from businessman alleged to have stolen millions from Scott Pendlebury

The A-League club is now in receivership as creditors fight for control from its co-director Jason Sourasis, the controversial ex-manager of Pies star Scott Pendlebury.

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Two million followers in three days: Why this random A-League battler has become a World Cup meme

Tim Payne, a defender for Wellington Phoenix and the New Zealand national team, has become an overnight global celebrity - precisely because nobody knew much about him.

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Corica's third grand final win confirms Auckland FC's rise to A-League power

Introduced to the competition little more than two years ago, the A-League's newest club has claimed its first championship with a scrappy 1-0 win over Sydney FC.

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Sydney FC blunted as Auckland FC claim historic A-League Men championship title

Black Knights overpower Sky Blues for 1-0 win as Cameron Howieson stunner in 60th minute seals deserved victory at Go Media Stadium

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Auckland FC v Sydney FC: A-League Men grand final - live

Minute-by-minute: The men's season reaches a climax at Go Media Stadium where the Sky Blues seek to spoil the Black Knights' party

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Sydney out to spoil Auckland party in first trans-Tasman A-League Men grand final | Martin Pegan

A win for the Black Knights in front of a fervent home crowd could sell its own story, but Patrick Kisnorbo's dogged Sky Blues stand in the way

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Juan Mata, 38, named A-League's best player: 'Again I fell in love with football'

The out-of-contract Melbourne Victory playmaker won the A-League Men's Johnny Warren medal, the award for the competition's player of the year

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David Squires on ... an A-League Men's grand final promising the dark arts

Our cartoonist takes a look at what to expect in Saturday's decider between Sydney and Auckland after a season full of classic ALM moments

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Sydney FC break Newcastle hearts in penalty shootout to book place in A-League grand final

Patrick Kisnorbo hails 'mental toughness' of Sky Blues, who will face Auckland FC in decider

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Matildas's heroics deliver Melbourne City A-League glory

A Holly McNamara masterclass has delivered Melbourne City a 3-1 grand final win over Wellington and with it, a record-equalling fifth A-League Women's title.

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Melbourne City cement A-League Women dynasty with grand final win over Wellington

City seal domestic double with 3-1 victory over the Phoenix at AAMI Park as Holly McNamara scores a double and Leticia McKenna adds a screamer

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Melbourne City v Wellington Phoenix: A-League Women grand final - live

Minute-by-minute: The season reaches a climax at AAMI Park where the premiers are seeking to complete a historic football treble

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A-League grand final key to Melbourne City's treble but Wellington are out to spoil party

After facing the Phoenix in the decider, the women's premiers will jet off to Korea for their Asian Champions League semi-final

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A-League's World Cup hopefuls out to grasp last chance to impress Socceroos coach

Melbourne City attacker Marcus Younis is among the players hoping to give Tony Popovic a 'massive headache' when picking the Australia squad

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Is this the end for Canberra United? A-League Women club face grievous demise | Samantha Lewis

It has been a painful few years for Australia's trailblazing women's team, while overseas football clubs just like theirs are funded and flourishing

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David Squires on ... the youthful Newcastle Jets' astonishing A-League comeback

Our cartoonist reflects on how ebikes and seagulls helped Mark Milligan's team go from rock bottom to in line for a historic treble

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The Matildas factory: Melbourne City’s historic treble push rooted in youth development | Joey Lynch

The club’s policy of signing some of the best young talent from around the country and turning them into international calibre players is reaping rewards

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Arresting the decline of A-League crowds is top of to-do list for new APL boss

Steve Rosich wants to secure football as the third pillar of Australian sport but admits there is work to do with several clubs’ futures under a cloud

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Newcastle Jets have destiny back in their own hands on march toward historic trophy

A-League club was on the brink of collapse before coach Mark Milligan lifted ‘Box Office Jets’ to within sight of a breakthrough premiership

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A-League 2026 LIVE updates: Wanderers host Sydney FC in derby

Sydney FC are pushing to return to the top four as the Western Sydney Wanderers look to get off the bottom of the table in the final A-League Sydney derby of the season. Follow all the action.

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Backlash after jerseys of nations 'involved in major conflict' banned from A-League multicultural round

The A-League has been accused of undermining social cohesion after banning fans from wearing jerseys of unspecified nations ahead of this week's multicultural round

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David Squires on ... Sydney FC and football's version of a stinking fatberg

Our cartoonist previews the A-League Men's Sydney derby at Allianz Stadium where two stinkball teams converge this weekend

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'Forever my hero': Former A-League title-winning coach Rado Vidosic dies aged 64

Vidosic, a former assistant to Ange Postecoglou, had been working as the head of women's and girls coaching at Brighton & Hove Albion alongside his son, Dario.

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Teenage girl wearing jersey with Palestinian flag refused entry to Sydney A-League game - video

The security guard at Sydney's Allianz Stadium can be heard saying, 'It's not the dress code. It's the fact it's got Palestine'

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'Nothing has hit me that hard': spate of ACL injuries highlights lack of A-League Women investment | Samantha Lewis

Australia's top women's football league does not have dedicated data or research to explore why so many players continue to suffer a serious knee injury

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Cavallo alleges 'internal homophobia' drove Adelaide United exit

Former Adelaide United midfielder Josh Cavallo has accused the A-League club of "internal homophobia" and claims it contributed to his exit from the competition.

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Central Coast Mariners owner exits as local, international investors circle

Control of the A-Leagues club has finally been ceded by long-time chairman Mike Charlesworth - and an English club could now be poised to take over.

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Police step in at Roar v Mariners after half-time clash in A-League Men game

Brisbane coach's red card ignites drama on New Year's Eve as Central Coast coach Warren Moon calls opposition disgraceful

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The AI earbuds shattering the language barrier in Sydney FC's dressing room

With tiny AI translators in their ears, Sydney FC's players and coaches can hold an effortless conversation in several languages. We tried it out. It's genuinely mind-blowing.

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A-League Men players' patience wearing thin with APL facing suite of issues, union report shows

The latest PFA survey reveals ongoing dissatisfaction with competition operators, with footballers not ruling out industrial action as negotiations approach

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Industrial clash looms as unhappy A-League players say they want APL board sacked

An A-League players survey has revealed deep dissatisfaction with the direction of the competition, putting them on a collision course with league bosses over strict new salary cap rules.

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This health concern has affected Mary Fowler, Meg Lanning and half the A-League Women

Chelsea Blissett is one of almost half of players in the women's A-League who have reported experiencing disordered eating.

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A-League Women reaches 'tipping point' as scathing report highlights stagnation

With the World Cup halo truly faded, the domestic league is now the 'least preferred' competition for Australian players, according to a new report

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David Squires on ... the triumphant return of the (insert sponsor's name) A-League Men

Our cartoonist is back after a lengthy off-season to turn his thoughts to the opening round of the competition

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The A-League starts this weekend. Why are so many stars from last season no longer here?

The A-League has become a terrific platform for young players to launch their careers - but those aged between 28 and 34 are copping the "short end of the stick", according to one departed star.

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A-League Men ready for football to shine in World Cup year amid backroom budgeting | Jack Snape

Off-field issues are ever-present but players in Australia's domestic league take to the field in its 21st season with an added motivator

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Why Australian soccer's new second competition is a philosophical rival to the A-League

It's been 20 years since the A-League started - now it's back to the future with the Australian Championship, one of the most fascinating ventures in Australian sport in recent memory. Is this genius, or rose-tinted madness?

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Fans react during the Heidelberg vs Newcastle Jets Australia Cup clash

Some fans are seen holding flares in the main grandstand.

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Australia Cup Heidelberg vs Newcastle Jets LIVE: Bergers chase fairytale win

Heidelberg United and Newcastle Jets face off in the Australia Cup Final at Lakeside Stadium in Melbourne at 7.40pm AEST. NPL Victoria side Heidelberg United are attempting to become the first state league team to win the Australia Cup against A-League franchise Newcastle Jets. Paramount Plus will broadcast the game live.

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From World Cup halo to turmoil: why the A-League Women is at a crossroads

The Matildas' legacy was meant to supercharge the domestic game. Instead the league has lost a team, leaving many to wonder if the boom has gone bust

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Arrest warrant reportedly issued for ex-Sydney FC player Douglas Costa

The former Juventus player was released by Sydney FC on Wednesday night as a Brazilian court reportedly called for him to face a 30-day stint in jail.

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Western United to sit out 2025-26 A-League season with club put into 'hibernation'

Troubled A-Leagues club Western United has been temporarily barred from the competition and will sit out the upcoming 2025-26 season

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'We are sorry': Players released as Western United placed in A-League 'hibernation' mode

The western Melbourne team will sit out the upcoming season - but the club insists the decision is not the end.

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Fairytale hat-trick: Team of tradies, Uber drivers shocks billionaire's A-League side

Heidelberg United are into the Australia Cup final after beating A-League premiers Auckland FC at Olympic Village on Saturday night.

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Western United wound up as court rejects last-ditch attempt to save A-League club

Federal court orders club and management group to be wound up in insolvency after months of financial turmoil

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From an A-League title to the brink of collapse: how did it all go wrong for Western United? | Jack Snape

The highs of 2022 are a distant memory as a perfect storm of off-field issues leaves the club's existence on a knife-edge and players and fans in limbo

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Semi-pro giant-killers pull off another upset against A-League team

Heidelberg United conquered another professional team in the Australia Cup on Tuesday night. The Semi-pro club from the NPL won 4-0 against the Wellington Phoenix, just a week after they beat fellow A-League outfit Western Sydney Wanderers. Their next match is on September 13, with the opponent to be determined.

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Former A-League player blames $16k fraud on late pay

An A-League midfielder who deliberately received yellow cards to manipulate the outcome of online bets has pleaded guilty to the elaborate fraud scheme.

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Western United booted out of A-League

Western United is on the brink of collapse after its licence was revoked.

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A-League club Western United's licence withdrawn under Football Australia regulations

Melbourne-based club says it plans to appeal against decision after independent board found it failed to meet licensing requirements

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Western United stripped of A-League licence three years after being champions

The A-Leagues looks set to lose one of its newest additions, with the Melbourne-based club stripped of their licence to compete in the top flight.

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Killjoys or fair play? Why Sydney FC is threatening to sack a coach

A feud has erupted between Sydney FC and Sydney United 58 over Ante Juric, who coaches at both clubs, but has been threatened with the sack if he is involved in Sunday's Australia Cup tie at Edensor Park.

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WA news LIVE: Perth property price growth a 'stand-out' in national market; AC Milan wipes out Perth Glory at HBF Park

Follow our live coverage here.

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'I didn't feel safe': Bev Priestman returns from spying ban to coach Wellington Phoenix

Former Canada women's coach Bev Priestman has said she 'didn't feel safe' living in North America following her ban for spying at the Paris Olympics

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Sydney FC in shock swoop for Bayern Munich legend Thomas Müller

The Sky Blues have been informed they are one of the final two options being considered by Müller, one of the greatest German footballers in history.

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Sydney FC v Wrexham AFC LIVE updates: North-east Wales meets New South Wales in pre-season friendly

Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac aren't here. But the players behind the Welcome to Wrexham phenomenon are in Sydney for a clash with the Sky Blues. Kick-off is at 7.30pm AEST.

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Where would A-League teams fit in the English pyramid? This might be our best chance to find out

Wrexham's pre-season visit to Australia is providing more valuable data for the long-running, totally unanswerable debate about how A-League teams would measure up in England.

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Wrexham vs Melbourne Victory: The journey of an unlikely Hollywood story taking to the field at Marvel

The ownership of Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac (formerly McElhenney) has been charted in hit series Welcome to Wrexham, sparking an unlikely following in Australia.

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Sydney FC to seek millions in compensation over Allianz Stadium drainage fiasco

A review is expected to recommend the stadium be shut down for at least six weeks to fix the playing surface, meaning the Sky Blues will have to take their home games on the road again.

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Brisbane Roar takes major sponsor to court claiming $130,000 in missed payments

The sponsor has signalled it will fight the case, with claims the club allegedly breached their contract.

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New Matildas coach wants more backing for A-League after CBA windfall

Joe Montemurro has welcomed a new sponsorship deal for Australia's national teams with Commonwealth Bank, but says more support is still needed to grow the domestic women's game.

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A-League player charged as part of sporting integrity investigation into matches

Two men, one of them a player, have been charged with offences around allegedly manipulating four A-League matches for betting purposes in April and May.

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A-league fans fire flares, clash with riot police in Melbourne

Thousands of soccer fans fire flares, clash with riot police at Melbourne's A-League grand final clash.

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Melbourne City clinch championship with fiery A-League Men grand final win over Victory

In a torrid A-League Men decider, Melbourne City have defeated fierce rivals Melbourne Victory 1-0 after Yonatan Cohen's 10th minute strike sealed the title

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Tensions boil over in A-League grand final

Josh Inserra is given a yellow card for his tackle on Marco Tilio before sparks fly.

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Melbourne City v Melbourne Victory: A-League Men grand final - live

Minute-by-minute report : The first Melbourne derby title decider goes ahead at a sold-out AAMI Park. Join Jonathan Howcroft for updates

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Police swarm Melbourne streets ahead of fierce A-League Grand Final clash

Several police stations across Melbourne will be temporarily shut this evening, as Victoria Police throws its resources behind a tense A-League Grand Final clash.

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Fans set off flares in Richmond ahead of A-League grand final

Some fans lit flares on Swan Street just after 6pm in front of police officers.

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A-League Grand Final LIVE: Flares on Swan Street as Melbourne Victory, Melbourne City play for the championship trophy

Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City play the first Melbourne Derby A-League grand final from AAMI Park at 7.40pm AEST. Follow live news updates, scores and results

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Wait for the 'Siuuu': What Melbourne City's captain learnt from Cristiano Ronaldo

Aziz Behich is 'straight out of Meadow Heights' in Melbourne's working class north. He dreams of leading his team to A-League glory in his home town.

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ATO applies to wind up Brisbane Roar as sports minister weighs in

Queensland's sports minister has expressed his concern about Brisbane Roar's future after the Australian Tax Office sought to have the club - the state's sole A-League representative - wound up over unpaid debts.

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Grand final benefits from clear air as A-League seeks to enjoy moment in spotlight | Martin Pegan

With no AFL or NRL in Melbourne on Saturday to distract attentions all eyes are on the title decider between City and Victory

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Matildas coach unloads on A-League Women

Matildas coach Tom Sermanni says the A-League Women is in need of "significant improvement".

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Matildas coach Tom Sermanni lashes A-League Women for 'gross' underinvestment

Interim Australia boss says domestic league needs 'real rethink' on contracts, salaries and staffing to prevent 'player drain'

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Melbourne City Women suffer penalty agony in Asian Champions League final

Melbourne City conceded a 98th-minute penalty equaliser to Wuhan Jiangda then lost the shootout 5-4 after missing a chance to win it

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Victory's stunning win in Auckland sets up all-Melbourne A-League grand final

The Victory's result represents a remarkable turnaround from December, when coach Patrick Kisnorbo's abrupt exit to take up a position in Japan sparked a six-game winless run

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Football Australia 'not satisfied' with $8.5m loss amid concern over A-League debt

Chair says finances and board's gender balance must improve, while search for new CEO goes on and Matildas coach to be named in June

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Melbourne City women reach Asian Champions League final after last-minute winner

Shelby McMahon's goal in added time seals 1-0 win over Incheon Red Angels to advance her team to Saturday's final

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Mariners win the A-League grand final

Bianca Galic wins the A-League women grand final for the Central Coast Mariners.

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The Mariners have only been back in the women's A-League two years. They're already champions

It was a stunning - and exhilirating - win from the Mariners in just their second season back in the A League Women competition.

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Central Coast Mariners complete fairytale after A-League Women grand final shootout

Central Coast beat Melbourne Victory 5-4 on penalties as Bianca Galic slots the critical shot to seal the Mariners' first ALW championship

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'Proving people wrong': how Central Coast Mariners reached A-League Women grand final

Emily Husband, one of only two female coaches in the league, can create history against Melbourne Victory on Sunday

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He won the World Cup with Spain. Now he's interested in buying into the A-League

Juan Mata's playing future at the Western Sydney Wanderers is unclear - but the former Manchester United and Chelsea star could stay involved in the Australian game as a club owner.

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Melbourne City eye A-League Women's title despite remarkable campaigns of rivals | Joey Lynch

An unbeaten season has the premiers marching towards the title but Melbourne Victory and Adelaide United's rise make this the most intriguing finals series in years

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Melbourne City invincibles seal back-to-back A-League Women premierships

Melbourne City beat Perth Glory 5-1 to secure fourth premier's plate and become the fourth side to complete an unbeaten regular season

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Sydney FC exit Asian Champions League despite 1-0 win over Lion City

Late goal from Joe Lolley not enough to reverse first-leg deficit, and semi-final loss means Sky Blues miss out on $4m windfall

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'Unsustainable ... and getting worse': More belt-tightening on way for A-League clubs

The A-League's salary cap is being overhauled out of concern from head office over the financial sustainability of clubs.

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David Squires on ... Heard Island and McDonald Islands' A-League expansion bid

Our cartoonist delivers an exclusive look at the remote Australian territory's bid video and the penguin behind it

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A-League star seals World Cup spot

Kosta Barbarouses scores the second goal for New Zealand before they were confirmed for a World Cup spot.

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The A-League has found its purpose. And it's worth $20 million a year

A revolution has quietly taken place in the A-League. It helped propel the Young Socceroos to success at the recent U-20 Asian Cup, and is being noticed by the rest of the footballing world.

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Streaming giant broadcast ads for offshore gambling company during A-League match

Exclusive: Paramount+ blames an international feed for the 8Xbet ad's broadcast, while the regulator is considering action

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Sydney FC v Wanderers LIVE: Follow all the action in A-League's Sydney derby

The Wanderers are pushing for a spot in the top six when they take on local rivals Sydney FC at Allianz Stadium.

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